1998 BMW 323 vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 264 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (235 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 323 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
